Governor General Mary Simon dedicates 1.5 hours weekly to French lessons

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Governor General Mary Simon has been taking 1.5 hours of French lessons weekly since July 2021. Her office stated she has completed approximately 324 hours of French instruction at a cost of $52,415, as she continues her commitment to learning the language. Simon, Canada's first Indigenous Governor General, has faced criticism and legal challenges regarding her French proficiency since her 2021 appointment.


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